Robin Pope Safaris

South Luangwa National Park

The Photographic and Walking Safari Specialists in South Luangwa, Zambia.

The South Luangwa .... and I see a wide, open valley with the broad river snaking through, ox bow lagoons, ancient ebony trees, the dust rising from the hooves of a thousand buffalo, an elephant's trunk tasting the air. I see a pied kingfisher hovering, the balanced flight of the bataleur eagle, or a bushbuck delicately picking its way through the undergrowth.

I can hear the hippos’ grunts and roars echoing up and down the Valley – a Valley that has been my home for nearly thirty years.” Robin Pope.


Robin and Jo have one of the oldest safari companies in Zambia. They are known throughout the world for running safaris that have remained true to the original style – safaris with heart and simplicity.

We have three small and intimate safari camps – Nkwali, Tena Tena and Nsefu – all on the banks of the Luangwa River and with sweeping views. The camps are comfortable, natural and understated, and all very different in style.

Each camp is located next to a water hole that attracts game throughout the day. In addition, a mobile camp supports our walking safaris.

We have a fun and friendly atmosphere and a team who love the bush.

Tena Tena is a luxurious tented camp under a shady mahogany grove in the northern section run by Robin Pope, a well-known safari expert. (June to October).

The Popes also own the picturesque Nkwali Camp further south, which boasts the 'best bar in the Valley.' (April to December)

and Nsefu, the oldest camp with a spectacular view across the Luangwa River.